Frequently asked questions

We regularly update this section with the most commonly asked questions. If you can’t find an answer to your question, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Legal & Management

Why do Nightingale homes have a special resale process?

We understand that life is ever-evolving and at some stage residents may want to move on, downsize or upsize as their circumstances change. We have developed a special process resale for Nightingale homes that helps to deter speculation and ensures that homes are sold to owner occupiers.  

Residents are able to sell their property in line with current market values, allowing them to benefit from any increase in the value of their home. We ask that 10% of the property value increase be paid to The Nightingale Foundation, helping to further Nightingale’s mission of providing quality, community-focused housing for future generations. 

Is it possible to add other people to the title at a later stage?

The person that is balloting must be on the title. Nightingale cannot allow further nominations of the contract. It is important to us that the ballot and allocations are transparent and adding other people to the title at a later stage could potentially muddy this process.

What is the reference year for the resale deed?

The year the contract of sale is signed.

Do you have a recommended legal advisor or conveyancer?

Sorry, we are unable to recommend a legal advisor or conveyancer as this may cause a conflict of interest.

Can I nominate my contract of sale to someone else before settlement?

Resales are not permitted prior to settlement unless there are unfortunate circumstances that are beyond your control (i.e. significant illness or relationship breakdown) in which case we will do everything we can to find another purchaser.